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Innovative Leader of the Year:  Andrés Velasco – Steward of Chile’s Wealth

Innovative Leader of the Year: Andrés Velasco – Steward of Chile’s Wealth

SANTIAGO, Chile — Political exile, classical economics training and a stint as a trade negotiator helped shape Andrés Velasco’s view of the world. When it comes to managing Chile’s finances, the finance minister is unapologetically pragmatic. “Governments ought to behave like sensible families,” insisted the 48-year-old economist. “When you have extraordinary income, you should save [...]

Sprinting To a Finish

Sprinting To a Finish

Chile’s finance minister lands in New York, intent on convincing investors that the country is on the right financial track.